We’d all like amazing work to do, and real work-life balance. That’s waiting for you at Sainsbury’s. We’re one of the biggest supermarkets in the UK, with one of the largest retail websites. Marketing here happens at scale. We move faster than you might expect across Brand Planning, Brand Comms and Creative, Digital Marketing, CRM and Loyalty, Nectar 360 and Insights. With more people shopping with us every week, there are more interactions, more moments to connect. And thanks to data and insight, we understand our customers in a way few others can. We work alongside incredible brand partners and some of the best agencies in the industry. If you’re passionate about learning, growing and experiencing new teams, come and explore it all with us.
Why join us
Joining Sainsbury's Zest as the Design Director for Argos & Habitat means stepping into a role where creativity, innovation, and collaboration converge to shape the visual identity of two iconic brands. As a pivotal member of our in‑house creative agency, you will lead a talented team of designers in crafting visually compelling design concepts that resonate across print, digital, and other channels. You’ll focus on creative excellence, continuous learning, and personal growth, shaping brand perception, customer experience, and industry recognition.
What You’ll Do
As the Design Director for Argos & Habitat within Sainsbury’s Zest, you will develop innovative, visually compelling concepts that align with our brand identities across the portfolio. Your responsibilities include guiding and implementing a cohesive visual design language across brand, print, in‑store, social and digital projects; leading and mentoring a team of designers to ensure consistent, high‑quality outputs; spearheading concept creation and execution in collaboration with internal and external partners; staying abreast of industry trends; and fostering a positive, collaborative creative culture within Zest.
Who You Are
You are a visionary leader with extensive senior design experience and a passion for design excellence and innovation across multi‑channel campaigns. You inspire and guide teams, drive creative quality, collaborate effectively with partners, and commit to high standards and impactful solutions.
Essential Criteria
* Experience in a senior design role within a fast‑paced creative environment.
* Portfolio demonstrating high‑quality design across multi‑channel campaigns (print, digital, social, in‑store, brand).
* Proven ability to lead, manage and develop a design team to deliver consistent, high‑quality output.
* Experience defining and implementing visual design language across integrated channels.
Benefits
We are committed to inclusion and offer flexible working where possible. Benefits include:
1. Colleague discount – 10% off at Sainsbury’s, Argos and Habitat after 4 weeks, increasing to 15% on Fridays and Saturdays; 15% off at Argos on paydays.
2. Pensions scheme, life cover and the possibility of a performance‑related bonus of up to 20% of salary.
3. Annual holiday allowance with an option to purchase extra days.
4. Season ticket loans, interest‑free car loan up to £10,000, cycle‑to‑work scheme, health cash plans, pay advance, and access to a wide range of discounts.
5. Employee Assistance Programme and private healthcare.
6. Maternity or adoption leave up to 26 weeks’ pay, and paternity leave up to 4 weeks’ pay.
Feel free to explore more benefits and eligibility at www.sainsburys.jobs.
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